Ocean Wise Shoreline Cleanup

Join us for an Ocean Wise Shoreline Cleanup at Toronto’s Woodbine Beach Park! The litter you collect will provide Ocean Wise with essential information for addressing pollution at its source. Ocean Wise Shoreline Cleanups are just one component of our work to reduce the flow of plastic into our ocean. We also engage with individuals, businesses and research groups, reaching a wide group of stakeholders to have a bigger impact on plastic pollution.

Future-Resilient Skills & Education

World Innovation Summit for Education (WISE) – an initiative of Qatar Foundation, and Goodwall – is an education technology platform and social network for skill development. WISE is organizing a three-hour panel and action table session on access to future-resilient skills and how to align higher education with evolving job market values and demands.

Building An African Innovation Ecosystem in New York

Join Impact Hub in celebrating Africa’s burgeoning innovation ecosystem on Kwame Nkrumah Day, at our 3rd annual event on the sidelines of the 78th United Nations General Assembly. Get ready to connect with passionate entrepreneurs and stakeholders on both sides of the Atlantic, in alignment with the 2030 Development Goals. Delicious African food and drinks provided!

UN Private Sector Forum (PSF) 

At the start of the high-level opening week of the 79th General Assembly week, the 2024 UN Private Sector Forum will convene the most dedicated Chief Executives from UN Global Compact companies and representatives from Governments, the United Nations and development agencies.

UN Global Compact Leaders Summit 2024

The Leaders Summit is the UN Global Compact’s dynamic day-long conference dedicated to providing the tools, network, knowledge, and inspiration needed to scale the impact of private sector contributions to the 2030 Agenda. With inspiring keynotes, interactive breakouts, along with networking experiences, it’s a can’t miss event for anyone committed to raising the bar on sustainability and shaping the future of responsible business.

Unstoppable Africa

The Global Africa Business Initiative puts the private sector at the center of the discussions and the solutions. GABI is a platform that places Africa in its rightful place in the global economy and positions the continent as the premier destination for business, trade and investment.

The 20th Anniversary of the UN Global Compact Principle Ten

On the occasion of the 20th Anniversary of Principle Ten, the UN Global Compact will host a special event to celebrate with leaders of the business community, Governments, international organizations, academia and civil society who helped define the international anti-corruption agenda over the last decades. This high-level networking opportunity will be structured around three main objectives: (1) taking stock of past achievements and lessons learned; (2) examining current priorities and challenges, along with; (3) debating on the future of business integrity. Invitation-Only.

UN Summit of the Future Action Day 1

To generate additional opportunities for the engagement of all actors, the Secretary-General of the United Nations is convening the Summit of the Future Action Days on 20 and 21 September 2024 at United Nations Headquarters in New York.

Bringing together representatives from Member States, civil society, private sector, academia, local and regional authorities, creative communities, youth, and many more, everyone will be present, included and engaged during the Action Days. These stakeholders have all played a key role in shaping the Pact for the Future and will be critical to its implementation. Their participation, contributions and catalytic mobilization will be essential to the success of the Summit of the Future and its follow-up. Expected participants include Heads of State, Ministers, senior UN officials and representatives from the private sector, civil society and other actors.

The Action Days are an opportunity to elevate the voice of youth in the multilateral system. Youth are key participants in efforts to secure breakthroughs in global cooperation. Youth challenge conventional thinking, hold leaders to account and are focused on generations that come after us. Youth stand to lose the most if global leaders fail to fulfil their promises. The Action Days will kick off with a dedicated, youth-led afternoon facilitated by the United Nations Youth Office in close collaboration with relevant networks/stakeholder groups to generate momentum ahead of the mandated Summit. The day will be convened under the theme of “#YouthLead for the Future: We believe in the promise of a better world for all”.

UN Summit of the Future

The Summit of the Future is a high-level event, bringing world leaders together to forge a new international consensus on how we deliver a better present and safeguard the future.

HUMAN Education Summit 2024

HUMANE.S. 2024 is a unique event about AI and the Future of Education. It will gather 15 thought Leaders, Educators, Regulators, and Innovators to discuss and debate around the future of Human Societies in the age of AI.

Business lunch included. Registration required.

Clinton Global Initiative 2024 Meeting

The CGI Annual Meeting is the world’s leading partnership conference that brings leaders from all backgrounds and all corners of the globe to New York City to build a more inclusive, equitable, and sustainable world, together. This year, you can expect a dedicated focus on proven and scalable solutions; business, philanthropic, and government leaders who are on the forefront of global progress; and a curated agenda and networking designed to provide you with the insights, tools, and partners to more effectively drive impact in your communities and beyond.

2024 Concordia Annual Summit

Concordia presents Navigating a New Era, its theme for its 14th Annual Summit, providing the preeminent forum for the private sector and equipping the Concordia community with the network and platform to understand the unique challenges and opportunities presented by today’s global environment – along with the tools and partnerships to build for tomorrow.

Global Citizen Festival

The Global Citizen Festival is set to return to the iconic Great Lawn of Central Park for the twelfth year on Saturday, September 28 to continue its mission to end extreme poverty. Tickets to Global Citizen Festival are free, and can be earned by taking action to create a world where everyone’s basic needs are fulfilled, our planet is flourishing, and every person and country can prosper.

UN Summit of the Future Action Day 2

To generate additional opportunities for the engagement of all actors, the Secretary-General of the United Nations is convening the Summit of the Future Action Days on 20 and 21 September 2024 at United Nations Headquarters in New York.

Bringing together representatives from Member States, civil society, private sector, academia, local and regional authorities, creative communities, youth, and many more, everyone will be present, included and engaged during the Action Days. These stakeholders have all played a key role in shaping the Pact for the Future and will be critical to its implementation. Their participation, contributions and catalytic mobilization will be essential to the success of the Summit of the Future and its follow-up. Expected participants include Heads of State, Ministers, senior UN officials and representatives from the private sector, civil society and other actors.

Action Day 2 will focus on multistakeholder partnership and action – paving a way towards a next chapter of multilateralism that is more inclusive and networked. To achieve this, the Action Day 2 will address three priority themes (session names are working titles and subject to change).

Camp 2030

Each year, 200+ young trailblazers, social entrepreneurs, and innovators from over 50 countries gather in New York for 6 days to co-create dynamic new solutions that solve the world’s biggest challenges, increasing their knowledge, confidence and community, all while having the time of their lives. It’s everything you remember about Summer Camp, but for some of the coolest, most passionate, and action-oriented young adults across the world.

GGWCUP India 2024

The second GGWCUP in India takes place in Srinagar, Kashmir, promising an unforgettable experience. It aligns with the Global Goals, celebrating art, social impact, and sport, all thanks to internationally acclaimed artist and GGWCUP host Rouble Nagi.

ESG School Symposium 2024

To strike a balance between sustainability and profitability, the adoption and implementation of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) frameworks into future economic blueprints is essential.

ESG School Symposium will feature workshops, panels, and presentations by ESG advocates who envision a world where international investment contributes to sustainable development.

NASDAQ and the team overseeing NASDAQ-100 ESG Index will present their latest research and insights.

Building Sustainable Cities Beyond 2030

Join us on September 26th at Liverpool’s iconic St George’s Hall as we discuss the future of sustainable property development and construction.

Learn about innovative solutions and strategies to create sustainable, fair and resilient cities for the next generation.

Co-hosted by 2030hub and the Liverpool City Region Sustainable Property Group, this is a key event in the Liverpool Climate Week and Global Goals Week Liverpool calendar. The event is due to run from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. BST (local time).

Ceres at Climate Week

Join Ceres for a two-day residency at the Nest Climate Campus featuring a mainstage program and more than a dozen panels, roundtables, and breakout sessions. Topics will cover the latest trends in sustainable business leadership, the evolving climate disclosure landscape, best practices for transition planning in high-emitting sectors, Paris-aligned responsible policy engagement, investor expectations for water and nature stewardship, and much more. Participants will explore the business challenges and opportunities in the transition to a cleaner, more just, and sustainable economy.